Jemison Elementary School vs McCalla Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 43 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jemison Elementary School
Jemison · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
752 students
McCalla Elementary School
Bessemer · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
752 students
| Measure | Jemison Elementary School Jemison, Alabama | McCalla Elementary School Bessemer, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #244 of 699 | #451 of 699 |
| National rank | #21731 of 50,301 | #31947 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 752 | 752 |
| Enrollment | 752 | 752 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.6% | 54.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 42% |
| city | Jemison | Bessemer |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jemison Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.9 vs 40.0).
- •Jemison Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 42%).
- •Jemison Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •McCalla Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.4% vs 65.6%).
- •Jemison Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 18.8).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Jemison Elementary School better than McCalla Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Jemison Elementary School ranks higher (54.9 vs 40.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Jemison Elementary School and McCalla Elementary School?
About 43 km in a straight line, between Jemison and Bessemer in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jemison Elementary School: 752. McCalla Elementary School: 752. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jemison Elementary School and McCalla Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Jemison Elementary School is 244th of 699 and McCalla Elementary School is 451st of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).